July 16, 2024 [Storage Terminals Magazine]- BP Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Limited, the joint venture between bp and Aberdeen City Council, has announced the final investment decision for its Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub project. This decision marks a significant milestone in the region’s energy transition ambitions and its pursuit to become a leader in lower carbon energy.

The Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub will feature a state-of-the-art hydrogen production, storage, and distribution facility. This facility, located at Hareness Road, Aberdeen, will be powered by electricity generated from a solar farm to be installed on the former Ness landfill site. This innovative approach aligns with the city’s net zero vision and demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainable energy solutions.

Aberdeen City Council co-leader Councillor Ian Yuill expressed enthusiasm about the project, stating, “This investment by the Council and bp is an important step towards the delivery of the Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub project. Aberdeen has been a leader among cities in bringing hydrogen to market for public transport and council fleet vehicles. This project is central to our vision to increase the supply and demand for hydrogen as a fuel in support of the city’s net zero vision.”

Councillor Christian Allard, co-leader of Aberdeen City Council, highlighted the city’s long-term commitment to a just transition, saying, “A just transition is something we have done in Aberdeen for more than 10 years – and this is another step towards the net zero future that everyone wants. Who would have thought that we would have a solar farm helping to create green hydrogen here in Aberdeen? The project will establish the city as the Net Zero capital of Europe.”

Dr Oliver Taylor, chief executive for bp Aberdeen Hydrogen Energy Limited, commented on the milestone, “This is an exciting milestone for the project, Aberdeen, and its people. Not only does the hydrogen hub support bp and Aberdeen City Council’s shared ambition for the city’s future, it also presents a growth opportunity for the region’s supply chain and skills development.”

bp senior vice president Europe, Louise Kingham, praised Aberdeen City Council’s leadership, stating, “Aberdeen City Council deserves a huge amount of credit for showing leadership as they progress their plans to deliver lower carbon energy solutions and, for bp, this is further evidence of how we are backing Britain by investing in support of today’s energy needs and those of tomorrow.”

With the final investment decision made, the joint venture plans to commence construction activities by the end of 2024. The hub aims to begin production in 2026. Once operational, the facility will have the potential to produce up to approximately 300 tonnes of green hydrogen annually during the initial phase of the project. This output will be sufficient to fuel 25 buses and a similar number of other fleet vehicles per day.

This project positions Aberdeen at the forefront of the green hydrogen revolution and sets a precedent for other cities aiming to achieve net zero emissions.

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